At the May 13th school board meeting Dr. Skuza presented a recommendation to hire Kevin Smith as the new Principal for Jasper High School. His recommendation was approved and Kevin Smith will join the JISD family on June 2, 2014 and prepare for the 2014-2015 school year. Smith is a graduate of Baylor University and earned a Masters Degree from Stephen F. Austin University.Smith was offered the position after a lengthy search that began in late February. Over 30 applications were received in pursuit of the job. Each application was reviewed by a committee, consisting of 6 high school teachers and 3 administrators. Smith stood out as the most qualified for the position.

Smith is currently the Assistant Principal at Marshall High School and has been in administration for the past 7 years. He brings a new voice and ideas to the school district. At Marshall, Smith also served as the District Advisor of the AVID program. He is well versed in student management and respected by his peers.

The Superintendent of Marshall ISD Dr, Marc Smith stated that "Mr. Smith has proven to be a very valuable member of our high school administration during his time as assistant principal at Marshall High School. His dedication to the students and his desire to see them excel in all areas has been very evident in his time with us. We wish him the best as he moves on to the next level of his career as an educator."